What each eliminated NBA team needs to do this offseason
We break down the summer priorities and needs for the NBA teams that have already been sent home.
Los Angeles teams
Hour 3 - Sliced Ham
Carlin and Joe discuss the breaking news that Darvin Ham has been dismissed by the Los Angeles Lakers and wonder who will be their next coach. Plus, we play Good Bet, Bad Bet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hour 2 - Pucks and Ponies
NHL and Horse Racing Analyst Eddie Olczyk gives us his best bets for the Kentucky Derby and Kentucky Oaks and tells us who he thinks will make the Stanley Cup Final. Plus, is Kevin Durant showing us what type of leader he truly is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Shelburne: Ham fell short of Lakers' high expectations (1:33)
McAfee wonders if JJ Redick could be Lakers' next coach (2:51)
Hour 1 - Philly Future
Carlin and Joe react to the Knicks eliminating the Sixers and if LeBron James should truly consider signing in Philadelphia this offsason. Plus, are the Knicks a true threat to knock off the Celtics? ESPN NBA Insider Brian Windhorst gives us the latest on the Sixers, Bucks, Lakers and Suns future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why did the Lakers fire Darvin Ham after two seasons? (1:57)
Lakers fire Ham after 2 postseason appearances
Darvin Ham has been fired as Lakers coach after reaching the Western Conference finals last year and winning the inaugural in-season tournament.
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BREAKING: The Los Angeles Lakers dismissed coach Darvin Ham, sources tell ESPN. In two seasons, Ham was 90-74 with a Western Conference Finals berth, two Play-In victories and an In-Season title. Lakers lost in five games to Denver in opening-round.
Joe Fortenbaugh's best bet for Clippers-Mavericks Game 6 (1:40)
NBA playoffs 2024: First-round news, schedule, scores and highlights
The Knicks knocked out the 76ers and the Bucks were outpaced by Indy. What you need to know about the first round, including the latest scores, news and schedules.
Ranking the 50 best players in the college football transfer portal
We're ranking the best players in the portal by past production and potential to contribute to a new team.
DJ Chark agrees to contract with the Chargers (0:52)
2024-25 transfer rankings: State of the portal after the entry deadline
NBA draft prospects entered the portal before the May 1 deadline -- where do Cam Christie, Coleman Hawkins, Jamir Watkins and others rank?
Stanley Cup playoff lessons: Maybe just don't give the Oilers a power play?
With much of the opening round in the books, here are the top takeaways that will influence the next set of matchups through to the Cup Final.
Braves acquire RHP Herget from Angels for cash
The Braves have acquired right-handed reliever Jimmy Herget from the Angels for cash.
More homers than Bonds? More WAR than Ruth? The 'what-if' legacy of Mike Trout
With this generation's greatest baseball player on the IL again, we look at what might have been.
Four schools off to hot starts in 2026 college football recruiting
It's a long way until the class of 2026 hits a college football field, but some schools are already locking up the junior class's top recruits.
Source: Chargers agree to deal with WR Chark
The Chargers have agreed to terms with wide receiver DJ Chark Jr., a source confirmed to ESPN.
2024 NBA playoffs roundtable: What to watch heading into massive Game 6 matchups
There are still two first-round series up for grabs. Our NBA insiders break down what to watch heading into these massive Game 6 matchups.
Stanley Cup Playoffs Central: Bracket, schedule, game previews for the NHL's postseason
From the first round all the way through the Stanley Cup Final, ESPN has you covered. Explore the full results, and coverage on each team.
Clippers rule out Kawhi for Game 6 at Mavericks
Clippers' star Kawhi Leonard will miss his third straight game since playing limited minutes in Game 3 because of inflammation in his surgically repaired right knee.
Tracking fifth-year options for 2021 first-rounders: Which have been picked up or declined?
The deadline for teams to pick up the fifth-year option on rookie contracts has passed. Which players had their options picked up?
Hour 4: A Year of Change
The guys continue to talk about the pressure Jalen Brunson is facing to beat the 76ers. They also break down the future of Lakers head coach Darvin Ham and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The top plays from NBA Hustle Award winner Alex Caruso this season (1:57)
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NBA: 2023-24 Pacific Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA Clippers | 51 | 31 | .622 | - | L3 |
| Phoenix | 49 | 33 | .598 | 2 | W3 |
| LA Lakers | 47 | 35 | .573 | 4 | W2 |
| Sacramento | 46 | 36 | .561 | 5 | W1 |
| Golden State | 46 | 36 | .561 | 5 | W1 |
MLB: 2024 NL West Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA Dodgers | 20 | 13 | .606 | - | W1 |
| San Diego | 16 | 18 | .471 | 4.5 | W2 |
| San Francisco | 15 | 17 | .469 | 4.5 | W1 |
| Arizona | 14 | 18 | .438 | 5.5 | L1 |
| Colorado | 7 | 24 | .226 | 12 | L5 |
MLB: 2024 AL West Standings
NCAAF: 2024 Big Ten Standings
| EAST | CONF | OVR |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 9-0 | 15-0 |
| Ohio State | 8-1 | 11-2 |
| Penn State | 7-2 | 10-3 |
| Maryland | 4-5 | 8-5 |
| Rutgers | 3-6 | 7-6 |
| Michigan State | 2-7 | 4-8 |
| Indiana | 1-8 | 3-9 |
| WEST | CONF | OVR |
| Iowa | 7-2 | 10-4 |
| Northwestern | 5-4 | 8-5 |
| Wisconsin | 5-4 | 7-6 |
| Nebraska | 3-6 | 5-7 |
| Purdue | 3-6 | 4-8 |
| Illinois | 3-6 | 5-7 |
| Minnesota | 3-6 | 6-7 |